Origin
Versailles, KY
Evening in Versailles on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Versailles, KY to Georgetown, KY
Drive Time
3h 44m
Distance
181.6 mi
292 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 32m
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6 AM
3h 44m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 53m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 8m
8 PM
3h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Versailles, KY
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Georgetown, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Versailles to Georgetown, this 181.6-mile journey across Kentucky is a straightforward trek that fits perfectly into a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 44 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate a route that stays entirely within the Southeast region. With a fuel budget of approximately $28, the trip is an economical option for those who want to reach their destination without an overnight stay. While you will only need one stop to complete the trip comfortably, the path is efficient enough to keep you moving steadily. Whether you are commuting or exploring, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable connection between these two Kentucky communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.8 miles from Versailles, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its highway-heavy profile, with 69% of your time spent on high-speed roads. The journey relies heavily on I-75, the Cumberland Gap Parkway, and KY 38, creating a mix of major thoroughfares and secondary routes. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 74.3 miles while navigating I-75, which demands steady focus and patience. As you progress from the interstate sections onto the parkway and state roads, the character of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to more localized travel. It is a functional, efficient route that prioritizes speed and directness over technical or winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Cumberland Gap Parkway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in near KY 4 / New Circle Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 181.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (KY 4 / New Circle Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.3 miles (US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
9.2 mi into trip
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~12m in
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KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge onto KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
16.5 mi into trip
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~22m in
Take the exit toward Alumni Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 16
Toward Alumni Drive
5
18.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
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US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road
Turn right onto US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
22.7 mi into trip
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~31m in
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I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
97 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Versailles, KY to Georgetown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Barbourville along the way.
Barbourville
97 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 74.3 mi | 1h 19m |
| Cumberland Gap Parkway | 30.7 mi | 36m |
| KY 38 | 19.7 mi | 34m |
| Harlan Road | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| Pineville Road | 13.1 mi | 14m |
| New Circle Road | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| Lexington Road | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Versailles Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 74.3 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Versailles, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on US 60 Business
327 ft
·
7 sec
·
Lexington Street
2
Continue on US 60 Business
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Lexington Road
3
Continue on US 60
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Versailles Road
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward KY 4 South: New Circle Road
5
Merge onto KY 4
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
New Circle Road
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 16
Toward Alumni Drive
7
Turn right onto Alumni Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Alumni Drive
8
Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Man O War Boulevard
9
Turn right onto US 25; US 421
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Richmond Road
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on KY 418
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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Athens Boonesboro Road
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Knoxville
12
Merge onto I 75
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
14
Turn left onto US 25E
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Corbin Bypass
15
Continue on US 25E
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Cumberland Gap Parkway
16
Continue on US 25E
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Bob Madon Bypass
17
Turn left onto US 119
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Harlan Road
18
Continue on US 119
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Pineville Road
19
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 421
20
Turn left onto KY 38
386 ft
·
9 sec
·
KY 38
21
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
91 ft
·
1 sec
·
KY 38
22
Continue on KY 38
20 mi
·
34 min
·
KY 38
23
Arrive at destination
KY 38
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though hitting the road early helps avoid potential congestion on I-75. Plan for your single required stop somewhere around the midpoint to ensure you stay refreshed during the longer 74.3-mile highway segments. Keep your $28 fuel estimate in mind when planning your budget, and double-check your tank before merging onto the interstate to avoid unnecessary detours. Because the route relies on a combination of different road types, stay alert for transitions between the major highway stretches and the smaller state routes like KY 38. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to enjoy a stress-free transition between Versailles and Georgetown.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90.8 miles from Versailles, KY, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.8 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Versailles, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Versailles, KY
This is one driving day of about 181.6 miles and 3h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Versailles, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 74.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.8 mi from Versailles, KY · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90.8 miles from Versailles, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.3 miles.
Arriving in Georgetown, KY
The final approach into Georgetown, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Georgetown, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.58 one way
$55.17 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.41 | $60.81 |
| premium | $4.80 | $34.28 | $68.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $40.35 | $80.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.5 | 0 | $19.07 | $8.72 |
| Efficient EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.89 | $7.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.6 | 0 | $25.42 | $11.62 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Evening in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 44m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Versailles, KY to Georgetown, KY covers 181.6 miles and takes about 3h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Cumberland Gap Parkway, KY 38. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90.8 miles from Versailles, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.58 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 181.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (KY 4 / New Circle Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.3 miles (US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Versailles, KY to Georgetown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Barbourville along the way.
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